‘Love Insurance Kompany’ release shifts, Vignesh Shivan's birthday wish to Pradeep Ranganathan fuels reports; film targets THIS weekend

The film 'Love Insurance Kompany,' directed by Vignesh Sivan and starring Pradeep Ranganathan, has once again attracted attention due to the change in release date. "Happy Birthday @pradeep_ranganathan

wishing you only blockbuster years ! Godbless you with all the happiness in the world

," wrote Vignesh Shivan to wish his 'LIK' star. The birthday wish has also confirmed that 'First Punch' (First Glimpse) will be unveiled on August 1.

Speculations arises over 'LIK' release

Meanwhile, reports have emerged that the film's release, which was initially announced to be released on September 18, may have been postponed. The reason is that the release date was not mentioned in the birthday special poster of Pradeep Ranganathan. Due to this, there is a high possibility of a delay in the release. A report from Filmibeat suggests that the film will now be released on Valentine's Day 2026.

A quirky love tale with Pradeep, Seeman & Krithi

The film has a unique time travel love story, with Pradeep Ranganathan and Seeman, who plays his father, falling in love with the same woman.
It is said that Vignesh Shivan has presented this story in a way that no one expected. The song ‘Theema Theema’, composed by Anirudh, has already gone viral. Krithi Shetty plays the heroine, while Mysskin and S.J.Surya appear in important roles.

Started with Sivakarthikeyan, now with Pradeep after delays

'LIK' was initially planned to be released in 2018 with Sivakarthikeyan as the hero. However, due to various reasons, he opted out, and the film was restarted with Pradeep Ranganathan. It is also worth noting that this is Vignesh Shivan's 6th directorial, and the film has been in the making for the past two years. The change in the release date has created mixed expectations among fans. The film crew is expected to make an official announcement soon. If a Valentine's Day release is confirmed, it is also seen as a strategic move.

Pradeep Ranganathan’s ‘Dude’ to clash with Dhruv’s ‘Bison’ for Diwali

Meanwhile, Pradeep Ranganathan's 'Dude' is locked to release for Diwali, and the film helmed by Keerthiswaran will be taking on Mari Selvaraj's directorial 'Bison Kaalamadan' starring Dhruva Vikram at the box office.